Texas A&M's annual Maroon & White Game is set for this Saturday, but the Aggies will take the field at Kyle Field with a significantly shortened roster. According to reports, nearly 20 players will be sidelined for the spring showcase, offering a unique challenge and opportunity for the team.

Head coach Mike Elko, entering his third season, is navigating the typical spring bumps and bruises. While he'd prefer a full squad, the game serves as a vital progress report for a heavily revamped roster featuring 17 transfers and 26 new signees. For fans, it's a first look at the new pieces and the team's development over the last month of practice.

The inactive list is headlined by several key names. On the Maroon squad, dynamic athlete Terry Bussey remains out with a spring injury, while standout cornerback Dezz Ricks, who is locked in as a 2026 starter, is being held out for precautionary reasons.

The White team's list includes 11 absences. Notably, former five-star wide receiver Jerome Myles will miss his second consecutive spring game. Tennessee transfer cornerback Rickey Gibson III, a strong contender for a starting job, is also out with an undisclosed issue, though his status is considered more precautionary.

In some positive news, junior wide receiver Ashton Bethel-Roman, who was also banged up this spring, was not on the final inactive list. His potential participation would be a boost for an offense looking for playmakers.

For Aggies fans eager to see the next chapter of Elko's rebuild, the action kicks off Saturday, April 18th, at 1 p.m. CT at Kyle Field. The game will be streamed live on SEC Network+.